Half of Dutch adults want to eat healthier and more sustainably. This comes from the Nutrition Center's online survey 'Nutrition in 2020: Healthy and Sustainable Food,' conducted by research agency GfK.
The October 2010 survey polled 1,538 Dutch people aged 18 and older. A third of respondents said they lack self-control, preventing healthier eating. Another 23% view healthy food as too expensive, while 20% get tempted by unhealthy options in supermarkets.
Combating Childhood Overweight
A large majority back environmental measures to reduce obesity, especially around children. Top supports include teaching kids about healthy eating, offering only healthy food in nurseries, and stocking school canteens with healthy choices.
Sustainable Eating
Half also seek more sustainable food. Some 17% already prioritize aspects like animal welfare, environmental impact, or fair trade. Yet, over half aspiring to eat more sustainably find it too costly.
